Arab states condemn mosque attack in Syria, express solidarity
Arab countries strongly condemned a terrorist attack targeting a mosque in Syria’s central Homs province during Friday prayers, expressing solidarity with the Syrian people and government.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Afghanistan, and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) denounced the attack, stressing that targeting places of worship and civilians is unacceptable. Several governments reaffirmed their rejection of terrorism, extremism, and hate-based violence, and voiced support for Syria’s security and stability.
According to AA, the GCC Secretary-General Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi described the attack as a grave crime and reiterated the bloc’s solidarity with Syria. Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun and other regional leaders conveyed condolences to the victims’ families.
Egypt’s Al-Azhar institution also condemned the bombing of the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque, calling it a blatant violation of the sanctity of human life and places of worship, and urged Syrians to remain united against attempts to sow chaos and division.
At least eight people were killed and 18 injured in the bombing. No group has claimed responsibility. Syrian officials said the attack was aimed at undermining stability in the country.
